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Proposed settlement would require the trade group to repeal or change several rules the US Department of Justice deems anticompetitive
by Andrea V. Brambila Nov 19
Compensation plans: 5 questions to ask before talking fees
Opinion
Asking about fees is valid, but there are better questions that can be posed in more valuable ways to evaluate a potential brokerage before discussing fees
by Nick Malouff Sep 30
NAR votes on ethics training, 'free' agents and a new $6M nonprofit
The National Association of Realtors' board of directors approved a slew of new policies Monday, including rules that require agents complete ethics training less frequently
by Andrea V. Brambila Nov 12
10 questions you should ask recruiting brokers
Opinion
Whether you’re a new agent or just looking for a new place to hang your license, these are the questions you'll need clear answers for before making a decision
by Christy Murdock Oct 3
6 major challenges all real estate teams face
Opinion
Like everything else, building a team is a skill that needs to be developed and practiced. Facing these hurdles head on will ensure your growth
by Nicole Solari Sep 17
Stop crying ‘clickbait’! Why you have to get past the headlines
Opinion
Welcome to media in the age of the internet, the always on, 24-hour news cycle. It’s time to watch, listen, read and think before you comment
by Jay Thompson Aug 14
It's all about the Benjamins: Finding the right compensation model for you
SparkTank Media CEO Jeff Lobb lays out the similarities and difference between the national brokerages laden with tips on finding the right model for you
by Jeff Lobb Aug 12
Five benefits of joining a real estate team
Opinion
If your business is consistently growing, there will likely come a time when you have to choose between quality of life or adding leverage and assistance to your business.
by David DeVoe Aug 7
RE/MAX team leader: Big signing bonuses aren't sustainable
Treasure Davis said those big bonuses that are being used to lure agents end up costing them in terms of support later
by Patrick Kearns Jan 30
7 things real estate leaders should never do
Opinion
Know which side of the desk you're on
by Spyro Kemble Feb 22
A Wells Fargo bank
Bank’s employee cross-selling scheme could have collateral damage for mortgage lending -- here's how to help clients clean up the mess
by Amy Tankersley Oct 10
NAR, the 1980s called -- they want their excuses back
Opinion
Women need an equal place in this industry
by Teresa Boardman Jun 9
A stack of $100 bills
Here's an in-depth look at the association's biggest expense: paying its employees (and certain board members)
by Amber Taufen Jun 3
Zillow faces class-action lawsuit over unpaid employee compensation
The judge's decision opens the door for as many as 150 other employees to join the suit
by Amy Tankersley Feb 29
Why a formal process for incident investigations can mitigate lawsuits
Save yourself a headache by having a system in place
by Mark Lee Nov 20